Friday, February 13, 2009

Walking Is Known To Reduce Weight And Keep Your Fit

By Gayl Quiene

I think that almost everyone says that they could stand to lose or wants to lose 10 pounds. I am definitely one of them. I can honestly say that I could lose 20 pounds and it would be welcomed. No matter how much weight you want to lose, you have to be dedicated.

Weight doesn't just disappear. Even celebrities and plastic surgery junkies who lose the weight fast have to fight like crazy to not put it back on. To lose 10 pounds is certainly easier than losing a lot more than that, but it does take dedication and will power.

When trying to understand how to lose weight, one must only look to why they have gained weight in the first place. The majority of people gain weight due to a lack of exercise and/or from eating too much unhealthy food.

It is tough for someone who hasn't exercised in a while to get started. You may not even have much time to dedicate to exercising. A few minutes a day is good enough to help you get started on losing weight and reaching your goal.

One simple way to lose some extra pounds is to make it a point to walk at least three times a week for 30 minutes to an hour. This is a great way to lose calories and to get your heart active.

In addition to starting your walking routine, you should also examine your food intake. Decide whether it is possible for you to cut back on how much you eat and also watch what you eat.

Taking junk food out of your diet is a great way to gain more energy and to lose that weight. In between meals, choose a healthy snack such as fruit to help satisfy your hunger. A little bit of exercise and a change of snacks is a great way to start your new lifestyle.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is important not to miss it and to start the day off by eating something healthy. This sets the tone for the rest of the day. Try to eat things such as fruit or oatmeal, and nothing heavy such as bacon or donuts.

Drinking a glass water before a meal is a great way to limit your food intake. It helps for you to be more full when about to eat a meal. Try to drink a glass of water 20 minutes before your main meal.

Figure out a game plan to lose 10 pounds. Dedicate yourself to it. Get moving more and you just may find that its easier to lose 10 pounds than what you think. - 15438

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